Listening and Hearing

Everyone seems to love the sound of their own voice in the shower. That's because a simple shower stall produces some complex sound-altering effects.

Uncover the everyday origins of some extraordinary instruments.

A physicist, a scientist, and a musician experiment with sound, music, and acoustics using instruments both real and found.

Experiment with rhythm through stepping, a musical dance form that uses the body as a percussion instrument.

Produce some pretty mixed-up music with this online interactive.

Vsit a quirky kitchen where you can compose music with ordinary (and not-so-ordinary) objects.

Each webcast, the Exploratorium staff and teachers demonstrate their science projects and compete for the title of IRON SCIENCE TEACHER!

Examine the art and science of listening through a series of online activities, videos, and more.

Listen in on conversations with Laurie Anderson, Brian Eno, and others in Speaking of Music Rewind.

Explore the science of music with us, through these online exhibits, movies, and questions.